Overview
The Senior Support Worker will directly supervise Junior Support Workers as agreed with the Head of Service Delivery and be responsible, as part of the Senior Management Team for the resources and services of the Trust. The purpose of the Senior Support Worker\'s post is to assist in the management of the Project, its accommodation, staff and resources, to ensure the provision of high quality and safe services for all young people who access Trust services. Principle responsibilities will include but not be limited to;
Responsibilities
* Deputise for the Head of Service Delivery
* Be available on the duty rota system to work evenings and weekends
* Act as \'on call officer\' as required by the duty rota
* Ensure effective management of human resources
* Directly supervise and support junior support workers, overnight staff and any other staff as directed by Head of Service Delivery ensuring they are carrying out their duties as per their job descriptions and are performing and practising the Trusts valued
* Ensure that the health and hygiene of residents is acceptable and monitored
* Maintain the organisation\'s policies, where appropriate ensuring they are up-to-date, consistent and implemented effectively
* Adhere, practice and promote the Trust\'s values
Hours
This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week to include weekend and evening work as per a rota and will be on-call as per a rota.
Qualifications & Experience
* Previous experience in a support worker role, ideally working with young vulnerable people with complex needs, and experience in supervising a team of at least 5 people.
* A Diploma (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it).
* Previous experience in Safeguarding.
* You must have the Right to Work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence, have the use of a car which you will be willing to insure for business use. The offer of employment will be subject to acceptable references and a satisfactory DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding young people and shall undergo the appropriate checks in accordance with data protection requirements.
Future Prospects & Employment Details
Future Prospects Group are proud to be partnering with Newark Emmaus Trust to recruit a full time, permanent Senior Support Worker in the Newark area. This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the senior team of the Trust, reportable and deputy to the Head of Service Delivery. You will be part of a team that provide temporary housing and support and who are passionate about delivering an excellent service with compassion to the vulnerable young homeless people and their babies in Newark.
Benefits
* Branded hoodies provided.
* Company pension (optional).
* Sick pay.
* Full reimbursement of expenses/mileage for business use.
* Free eye tests and a contribution to glasses.
* 225 hours holiday p.a. including bank holidays.
* Additional holiday for being on call.
* Time off in lieu for additional hours.
#J-18808-Ljbffr